When entering the arch at Station Square you walk across cobbled stone streets into a turn of the century village, known as Forest Hills, with old English styled lamp posts, well kept gardens and English Tudor and Colonial homes. Located only 20 minutes from Manhattan, Forest Hills is a town that was home to the U.S. Open for over 70 years. Forest Hills also borders on Flushing Meadows Park, site of the 1939, and 1964 world's fairs.
Within Forest Hills, homes have their retained their own charm, which has been kept up by covenants agreed upon by residents of the community. These guidelines are designed to preserve the beauty and uniqueness of the area. As a result, Forest Hills and its surrounding neighborhoods have continued to be one of the most stable and beautiful communities in New York with homes of masonry construction and red tile roofs, planned to combine beauty and stability.
Forest Hills also has several major stores including Barnes and Noble, The Gap, Bananna Republic, and Anne Taylor Loft to name a few. Most of these stores are located on Continental Avenue, and Austin Street which are the main streets. There is also a great selection of restaraunts, including Q-Thai, Rouge, The 5 Burros, TGIF, and Johnny Rockets. There are also about 12 movie theatres in the area and an equally great selection of nightlife.
The Westside Tennis Club, an exclusive and very historic club is still there, as is Forest Hills Tennis Stadium where the U.S. Open was played until 1978. Private parks are located throughout Forest Hills and are available for the outdoor enjoyment of all. Residents can be assured that they have made a sound real estate investment when they purchase a home in Forest Hills, where appreciation in value has far exceeded that of other sections of the country.